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Definition: OTC

Short for 'Over the Counter', and is a common name for preparations which are not controlled by the Misuse of Drugs Act and which can be sold direct to the public in pharmacies or other outlets. Some of these preparations can contain quite powerful drugs including for example cough medicines containing opiates.

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Full Definition of 'OTC'

Short for 'Over the Counter', and is a common name for preparations which are not controlled by the Misuse of Drugs Act and which can be sold direct to the public in pharmacies or other outlets. Some of these preparations can contain quite powerful drugs including for example cough medicines containing Opiates.